Exercise Science, B.S.

Exercise Science

The Exercise Science degree is designed to provide students with knowledge and training that qualifies them for additional education through graduate studies and prepares them for careers related to the fitness, wellness, and sport industries. Pre-allied health science, pre-physical therapy and physician assistant students may find this a viable undergraduate major. Other careers pertaining to this degree include: personal trainers, health fitness specialists, program directors, and fitness coordinators. Those wishing to teach and coach in the public schools should enroll in the Teaching/Coaching program to ensure proper progress toward obtaining teaching licensure.

General Education Core

See General Education

Core Course Requirements 16-17 credits
Knowledge Areas Requirements 16 credits (must take PE 1098 , BIOL 1020 /BIOL 1025 )

University Requirements

NOTE: As of 7/12/2019, students pursuing this bachelor’s degree are no longer required to complete the Experiential Education Requirement courses for graduation.

Experiential Education Requirement - EDGE (1-3 Credits)

Complete One Track:

Original Project Track (3 Credits)

Students create a project of their own design

UNIV 1010 - EDGE Program Introduction 1 credits Students transferring with more than 60 credits may waive this requirement if they complete the “EDGE Fast Track” online training.
UNIV 3925 - EDGE Project Proposal: [Engagement Center] 1 credits
UNIV 4925 - EDGE Program Completion: [Engagement Center] 1 credits

Select Project Track (2 Credits)

Students select a project from the designated list

UNIV 1010 - EDGE Program Introduction 1 credits Students transferring with more than 60 credits may waive this requirement if they complete the “EDGE Fast Track” online training.
UNIV 4930 - EDGE Select Track Completion: [Engagement Center] 1 credits

Degree Requirements

BS Degree — Math or Science minimum requirement (12 credits)

Exercise Science Course Work (35 credits)

PE 1098 - Wellness Dynamics 3 credits
BIOL 1020 - Human Biology 3 credits and BIOL 1025 Human Biology Lab 1 credit OR
BIOL 2420 - Human Physiology 3 credits and BIOL 2425 - Human Physiology Lab 1 credit
PE 3050 - Motor Learning 3 credits
PE 3060 - Sport & Exercise Biomechanics 3 credits
PE 3065 - Sport & Biomechanics Lab 1 credits
PE 3070 - Exercise Physiology 3 credits
PE 3075 - Exercise Physiology Lab 1 credits
PE 3080 - Athletic Training/Sports Medicine 3 credits
PE 4010 - Methods of Sport Conditioning 3 credits
PE 4015 - Methods of Strength and Conditioning Lab 1 credits
PE 4020 - Research Methods & Statistics for Exercise Science 3 credits
PE 4030 - Clinical Applications of Exercise Science 3 credits
PE 4040 - Exercise Testing & Prescription 3 credits
PE 1543 - Advanced First Aid-Emergency Care (CPR) 1 credits (Class or card)**

Note

**Must either take the class or have current card of completion at graduation.

Core Elective Courses (9 Credits)

Choose 9 credits from the following:

PE 4400 - Evaluation of Lower Extremity & Trunk Injuries 3 credits
PE 4410 - Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation 3 credits
PE 4430 - Evaluation of Upper Extremity/Trunk Injuries 3 credits
PE 4440 - Athletic Training Management 2 credits
PE 4450 - Therapeutic Modalities 3 credits
PE 4740 - Coaching Leadership & Administration 3 credits
PE 4750 - Psycho-Social Aspects in Athletics 3 credits
PE 4800 - Studies in Exercise Sciences 3 credits
PE 4860 - Physical Education Practicum 1 to 3 credits
NFS 3020 - Nutrition as Related to Fitness & Sports 3 credits

Total Course Work for Exercise Science: 44 Credits

Course Electives from other programs or departments: 40 credits

Other Electives (includes completing B.A./B.S. requirement) 40 credits

Exercise Science, B.S.